1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Fiesta | 9 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |